Comparison

GMtech vs BTHome Sensors

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

GMtech

Features
Read full description

* 监控 GMtech LiFePo4 电池的最佳实用工具。 * 由于蓝牙硬件功能,APP每次只能连接一块电池。 * 如果您想将此电池连接到另一部手机,请退出此程序。 * 未经经销商许可,请勿更改您的设置

About

BTHome Sensors

Read full description

A universal monitor for BTHome Bluetooth devices. This app lets you scan for nearby BTHome protocol devices and monitor their data in real time. It supports a wide range of sensor types and presents readings in clear graphs with historical tracking. Built to be flexible and lightweight, the app adapts to different devices without requiring custom setup. Features Scan and discover BTHome Bluetooth devices View live sensor readings Support for multiple sensor types defined by the BTHome protocol Interactive charts with historical data Device details including signal strength and battery status Clean interface focused on clarity and performance Ideal for monitoring environments, testing sensors, or analyzing long-term trends. Note: Requires Bluetooth access and BTHome-compatible devices. Supported sensors depend on the device capabilities. Compatible devices and manufacturers Use BTHome broadcasts from Shelly BLU H&T, Shelly BLU Door/Window, Shelly BLU Motion, Shelly BLU Button1 and Shelly BLU Wall Switch 4. Monitor Xiaomi / Mijia thermometers (custom firmware), such as LYWSD03MMC. Also suitable for b-parasite plant sensors and DIY ESP32 sensors broadcasting BTHome.

Screenshots

GMtech4 screens
BTHome Sensors3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: GMtech at Free against BTHome Sensors's $3.99. GMtech also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.4). BTHome Sensors's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

GMtech is free to download; BTHome Sensors costs $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GMtech ships an update every 3 months, BTHome Sensors every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
GMtech versus BTHome Sensors: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGMtechBTHome Sensors
PriceFree — better$3.99
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB70 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGM OutdoorMICHAL KOVAL

In-app purchases

None

GMtech

No in-app purchases

None

BTHome Sensors

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GMtech free?
GMtech is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BTHome Sensors free?
BTHome Sensors costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do GMtech or BTHome Sensors have ads?
Neither GMtech nor BTHome Sensors shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GMtech or BTHome Sensors?
GMtech ships an update every 3 months, and BTHome Sensors every 3 weeks. Most recently, GMtech was updated on October 9, 2026 and BTHome Sensors on October 31, 2026.

Other comparisons